Description
Korean Fried Chicken Bao Buns are a delightful fusion of crispy, savory fried chicken wrapped in soft, fluffy steamed buns. This irresistible treat combines the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with the comforting texture of bao, making it perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a cozy night in. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by warm, pillowy goodness. Easy to make and fully customizable with your favorite sauces and toppings, these bao buns will impress anyone who tries them.
Ingredients
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- 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons instant dried yeast
- 3 tablespoons full-fat milk
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons warm water
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (soft)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 chicken breasts (sliced into bite-size chunks)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or 00 flour substitute)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
- 4 cups vegetable oil for deep frying
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons gochujang paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- ½ cup green onion (chopped thinly sliced)
- ½ cup lettuce or cabbage (roughly chopped)
- ¼ cup Korean spicy mayo sauce
- 2 teaspoons black and white sesame seeds
- ¼ cup pickled radishes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by mixing flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a bowl. Gradually add warm water, milk, butter, and olive oil until a dough forms. Knead for about ten minutes until smooth.
- Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk mixed with salt and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Coat marinated chicken in seasoned flour and fry until golden brown.
- Roll out dough into circles and steam until fluffy.
- Assemble buns by filling with fried chicken and drizzling with gochujang mixture and toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying/Steaming
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bao bun (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg